"Gives readers tips on how to navigate the seemingly overwhelming amount of news out there and how to find trusted sources whose stories are rooted in facts"--.
"Everyone has their own opinions, but journalists are supposed to keep theirs out of stories. Their job is to report the news and not push people into thinking a certain way. When stories are slanted toward one side, this is known as media bias. 'Identifying Media Bias' helps readers examine news stories to determine if they are biased toward one viewpoint"--Provided by publisher.
"Examines why fake information spreads, the dangers it can cause, and how readers can recognize fake news and avoid having their opinions shaped by it"--.
"In the digital age, journalists have to be concerned about privacy and security like never before. This book teaches students of media about this brave new world. Journalists today need to protect their information and sources in unprecedented ways. Readers also learn how data encryption works. When using the Internet to do research, there’s always the potential for hacking. Finally, an interview with cyber security expert Brock Wood gives readers a sense of real-world threats to their privacy and security. This book is an indispensable resource to students of journalism in a cyber world."--Publisher description.
An introduction to online news sites, covering how to distinguish between traditional news organizations, news aggregators, blogs, and personal websites, editing digital content, hyperlocal news, homepage management, online communities, and more.
"Now that anyone with a keyboard and an Internet connection can be a virtual journalist, a growing concern among professionals is accuracy in reporting. This book asks what exactly does it take to become a professional journalist and which ones should readers trust. It also teaches readers to spot reputable news sites and look skeptically at others for political bias or misinformation. Other questions include the ethics behind the growing use of anonymous sources and the ability to hide one's digital identity. This book cuts straight to the heart of the most important rule in journalism: getting the story right"--Provided by the publisher.
Discusses the importance of responsible reporting of the news and how the Internet and social media provide access to and interaction with what is going on in the world.
